This story is an excellent read with a strong moral thread. I bought this book because it was required summer reading for my daughters, however, I believe the sexual content was too strong for 14-15 year olds who have not yet started their sophmore year in high school. Teachers: please save this assignment for the upperclassmen.
04. Aug 2008
Into the Wild
Although an interesting and tragic story, I have puzzled over the sensationalism it seems to have created. This is a story of a troubled, selfish young man who made poorly considered choices. He gives most of his money away, burns the rest, then takes minimum wage jobs and lives off the hospitality of others. He could have eased his family's worry and torment with a single phone call or letter. He chose to enter the Alaskan wilderness unprepared despite the advice of those more knowledgeable. For this he is a subject of hero worship?
A Framework for Understanding Poverty
05. Feb 2017
A must for teachers
This was required reading for one of my public health classes in my nursing program. It is fascinating and insightful, and should be read by all educators.